Role Overview:
Finatal is seeking an outstanding CFO for a dynamic, private equity-backed, technology company, with a revenue of £20 million and poised for significant growth through strategic M&A, as they expand into new markets. The CFO will have a unique opportunity to shape the financial strategy and drive the long term success of an exciting, fast growing business.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced financial leader with a strong background in technology and private equity environments. You’ll work closely with the CEO and stakeholders to support the company’s ambitious growth objectives. You’ll lead the finance function with a focus on optimising profitability, driving financial performance, and ensuring operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic financial input to support long-term business objectives.
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes to meet company targets.
- Collaborate with the CEO and senior leadership to drive business performance and decision-making.
- Develop comprehensive board packs and provide actionable insights for investors and stakeholders.
- Monitor KPIs and deliver regular financial updates to the executive team and board.
- Lead financial management of client projects, including rate cards and time & materials contracts.
- Optimise pricing strategies, assess growth opportunities, and adjust revenue models for profitability.
- Lead M&A activities, including integration and due diligence processes.
- Mentor and build a high-performing finance team, ensuring strong financial management across the business.
- Lead financial systems improvements and manage ERP system migration
- Serve as the primary point of contact for private equity investors, providing regular performance updates.
- Manage debt funding arrangements, ensuring compliance with reporting and covenant obligations.
Key Requirements:
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience.
- Proven experience as a CFO or senior finance leader within a technology company.
- Strong technical ability, with significant experience in financial software and systems, and data analytics.
- Significant experience managing and driving SaaS based KPIs.
- Experience working in private equity-backed businesses, including investor relations and covenant reporting.
- Hands-on experience implementing/ upgrading ERP systems
- Strong leadership capabilities, with a proven ability to build and lead a high-performing finance team.
- Demonstrated success in M&A integration.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial and technical data into actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders.